Librarians and Media Collections Specialists Salary in Southern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,430 -40.3% vs national
Median hourly $18.48
10th percentile $31,200
90th percentile $65,910
Employed locally 150
National median $64,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,200
    25th
    $36,050
    50th (median)
    $38,430
    75th
    $47,230
    90th
    $65,910

    Top-paying metros for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $101,900
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $100,810
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $99,530
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $99,370
    Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA $98,820
    Bellingham, WA $98,760

    Related occupations in Southern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $29,470
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $58,370
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $59,470
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term $35,160
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $57,250
    Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education $33,980

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Librarians and Media Collections Specialists make per hour in Southern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists in Southern Indiana is $18.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.66 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Indiana above or below average for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists salaries?

    The median Librarians and Media Collections Specialists salary in Southern Indiana is 40.3% below the national median of $64,320. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists in Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Librarians and Media Collections Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $31,200 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,050.